PTA 2200 - Physical Agents

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Description:

Students develop competence in the correct application of therapeutic modalities including heat, cold, electrotherapy, intermittent compression, massage, traction, and ultrasound. Evidence based practice and indications/contraindications are emphasized. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $93 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1: Investigate professional evidence-based literature relating to physical and mechanical agent interventions and interpret findings to validate use. 2: Examine the role of physical and mechanical agents as related to the physical therapy plan of care. 3: Appraise information to establish indications and contraindications for mechanical and/or physical agent use. 4: Determine appropriate use of mechanical and physical agents with regards to precautions and safety considerations. 5: Accurately formulate documentation regarding use of mechanical and physical agents during procedural interventions, data collection and patient response. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Physical Therapist Assistant program. SP

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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